Which describes Misdemeanor Class A penalty?

• A. Class A: Fine and/or up to 90 days in jail
• B. Class A: Fine and/or 1 year in jail
• C. Class A: Fine and/or 5 years in jail
• D. Class A: Fine and/or 2 years in jail

Answer: (B)

In Kentucky, Class A misdemeanor is the most serious level of misdemeanor and carries a maximum jail term of up to 12 months, with the possibility of a fine. The choice that uses up to 1 year in jail reflects that maximum, and the “and/or” means a fine may be imposed as well, or the defendant could receive only a fine, only jail, or both depending on the case. The other options imply jail terms (90 days, 5 years, 2 years) that do not align with the Class A maximum.